Wild Flowers of Sri Lanka

Wild Flowers of Sri Lanka
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Total Pages : 349
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ISBN-10 : 9559982826
ISBN-13 : 9789559982821
Rating : 4/5 (26 Downloads)

Synopsis Wild Flowers of Sri Lanka by : Arittha Wikramanayake

Illustrated Field Guide to the Flowers of Sri Lanka

Illustrated Field Guide to the Flowers of Sri Lanka
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Publisher : Illustrated Field Guide to the Flowers of Sri Lanka
Total Pages : 320
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ISBN-10 : 9082313405
ISBN-13 : 9789082313406
Rating : 4/5 (05 Downloads)

Synopsis Illustrated Field Guide to the Flowers of Sri Lanka by : Jacob Vlas

A Naturalist's Guide to the Flowers of Sri Lanka

A Naturalist's Guide to the Flowers of Sri Lanka
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Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1912081555
ISBN-13 : 9781912081554
Rating : 4/5 (55 Downloads)

Synopsis A Naturalist's Guide to the Flowers of Sri Lanka by : Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne

Photographic identification guide to the 280 flower species most commonly seen in Sri Lanka which is perfect for resident and visitor alike. Over 300 high quality photographs from Sri Lanka's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers geography and climate, the different habitats and flower structure. Also included is a complete checklist of the flowers of Sri Lanka

A Jar of Wild Flowers

A Jar of Wild Flowers
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Publisher : Zed Books Ltd.
Total Pages : 286
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ISBN-10 : 9781783608829
ISBN-13 : 178360882X
Rating : 4/5 (29 Downloads)

Synopsis A Jar of Wild Flowers by : Yasmin Gunaratnam

‘John Berger has made the world a better place to live in. These essays tell us how he succeeded in that task.’ Arundhati Roy In this collection of essays on the work of, and conversations with, John Berger, thirty-seven of his friends, artistic collaborators and followers come together to form the first truly international and cross-cultural celebration of his interventions. Berger has for decades, through his poetic humanism, brought together geographically, historically and socially disparate subjects. His work continues to throw out lifelines across genres, times and types of experience, opening up radical questions about the meaning of belonging and of community. In keeping with this spirit and in celebration of Berger, the short essays in A Jar of Wild Flowers challenge us all to take the brave step from limited sympathy to extended generosity. With contributions from Ali Smith, Julie Christie, Sally Potter, Ram Rahman, Jean Mohr, Nick Thorpe, Hsiao-Hung Pai and many others.

Flowering Plants

Flowering Plants
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Total Pages : 216
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ISBN-10 : 9559937812
ISBN-13 : 9789559937814
Rating : 4/5 (12 Downloads)

Synopsis Flowering Plants by : Sriyanie Miththapala

Wild Sri Lanka

Wild Sri Lanka
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Publisher : Wild Places of Asia
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1906780986
ISBN-13 : 9781906780982
Rating : 4/5 (86 Downloads)

Synopsis Wild Sri Lanka by : Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne

Sri Lanka has one of the highest species densities in the world including a number of endemic plants and animals. Unusually for a moderately sized island it also has large mammals. It is one of the best places in the world for seeing and photographing Blue Whales, Sperm Whales, Leopards, Asian Elephants and Sloth Bears, dubbed Sri Lanka's 'Big Five'. It also has the largest annually recurring 'Gathering' of wild elephants of anywhere in the word; a truly spectacular event. This book brings together all of Sri Lanka's top wildlife stories, many of which have come to light only in the last few years. Further chapters detail wildlife watching opportunities for primates, birds, reptiles, turtles, butterflies and dragonflies; a description of the parks and reserves by habitat type; and a wildlife watching calendar to help plan a trip. Throughout the book there are extracts from 'A Naturalist's Journal' which in the form of a first person commentary take readers to specific habitats in search of the animals to be found there.

Beauty and the Beast

Beauty and the Beast
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Total Pages : 264
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ISBN-10 : 1733104402
ISBN-13 : 9781733104401
Rating : 4/5 (02 Downloads)

Synopsis Beauty and the Beast by : Peter Raven

"Beauty and the Beast: California Wildflowers and Climate Change" is a 12 x 12'' beautifully illustrated and designed 264 page coffee table book created by conservation photographers Rob Badger and Nita Winter.Illustrations: 190 stunning images of California's diverse wildflowers and their habitats, from high mountain passes in the Sierra Nevada mountains to below sea level in Death Valley National Park.Essays: Sixteen talented and diverse authors and scientists, most of whom are women, wrote 18 storytelling style essays (1,200 to 1,800 words) about nature, conservation, climate change or taking action. The two younger authors write about hope and action, and what people can do to help create positive change. The book has three sections: The Gift of Beauty, The Human Connection and Ensuring the Future.Because people are constantly hearing about all the negative things going on in the world, Nita and Rob believed there was a need for a different, softer approach to grab people's attention and center it on the climate-change story, and conservation and population issues. They engage their audiences by first inviting them to experience the splendor of the natural world through a universal symbol of beauty, the wildflower, and then educate and inspire them to take some of the simple actions they provide to create positive change and a healthier planet. Their goal is to spread conservation and climate change ideas far beyond native plant and nature lovers, and to plant the seeds to foster action."Beauty and the Beast" is a 27 year photographic journey into the public lands of California. Lands we all own, lands under constant threat of development or resource extraction, impacts of global warming, sea level rise and wildfires. This book is as much a treasure as the flowers and creatures which are featured within its pages. Nita and Rob extend a hand to you to come in and take a long, slow look around and see what they have seen, experienced and have learned. Book includes two comprehensive indexes and a glossary.Co-published by WinterBadger Press and the California Native Plant Society

Embroidered Wild Flowers

Embroidered Wild Flowers
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Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Total Pages : 97
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ISBN-10 : 9781611808018
ISBN-13 : 1611808014
Rating : 4/5 (18 Downloads)

Synopsis Embroidered Wild Flowers by : Kazuko Aoki

From dandelions and violets to mushrooms and autumn leaves, this collection of embroidery motifs is inspired by nature walks. Inspired by the wonder and beauty of the natural world, the embroidery motifs offered here evoke wildflower meadows and woodland walks. With lifelike yet whimsical plants and flowers, as well as mushrooms, leaves, trees, and birds, the flora and fauna presented here offer a delightful and beautiful range of motifs drawn from nature. Featuring beautiful photographs, clear step-by-step instructions, and detailed diagrams, this book will be an inspiring guide for those new to embroidery and a fresh and unique offering for those experienced with needle and thread.

Rock Creek Wildflowers

Rock Creek Wildflowers
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ISBN-10 : 0943460549
ISBN-13 : 9780943460543
Rating : 4/5 (49 Downloads)

Synopsis Rock Creek Wildflowers by : Cathy Rose

Wild Flowers of Namaqualand

Wild Flowers of Namaqualand
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Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1775841316
ISBN-13 : 9781775841319
Rating : 4/5 (16 Downloads)

Synopsis Wild Flowers of Namaqualand by : Annelise Le Roux

This book introduces nearly 600 wild flower species and is a must-have guide for visitors to Namaqualand, southern Africa.